Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
In an instant her heart was seen through, she really felt some humiliation.
Watching Ji Nuanâs fearless expression, Ling Feifei gathered the following:
Complacency, arrogance, cockiness, and the sense that someone was supporting her provided her with confidence.
Who else aside from Mo Jingshen could be the one supporting Ji Nuan behind the scenes?
Ji Nuan did not turn to look at Ling Feifeiâs expression. Instead, she picked up the thermos cup on her desk and opened the lid. Through the hot steam rising up, she quietly watched as the bell chimed and Professor Lin entered the classroom.
Ling Feifei finally returned to her seat. However, her gaze would occasionally flit toward Ji Nuanâs turtleneck.
Even though her collar was high, with an intentional gaze, Ling Feifei would occasionally catch the appearance of the hidden love marks.
Someone like President Mo who appeared cold, low-key, and difficult to approach, would he really... be that intense?
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That night, Ji Nuan did not agree to Bai Weiâs invitation to shop together. When she left T University after class, she saw Feng Lingâs car parked outside.
It had been several days since she saw Feng Ling. Feng Ling appeared as per normal. Her hair had been trimmed slightly, and she was still thin and dressed in black. She seemed to be capable and clean as she stood by the car.
Ji Nuan said she wanted to head to the department store to shop. Feng Ling accompanied her but did not speak the entire way. It was as though she had reverted back to when she had first started working by Ji Nuanâs side.
Since Feng Ling was avoiding her, Ji Nuan did not intentionally probe at her wound to ask. She decided not to say much as well, and only occasionally asked if the clothes she was buying looked good. After receiving Feng Lingâs short opinion, she did not ask more.
At 6.00 p.m., Feng Ling sent Ji Nuan to the restaurant near Mo Jingshenâs branch company.
When she arrived, Mo Jingshen was already sitting there. It seemed like he had been waiting for quite a while.
She wasnât sure if he had heard or sensed her, but before she approached, he was looking up.
Their eyes met. Ji Nuan watched as the manâs ink-black eyes appeared to light up like stars with a smile. He then stood up.
She approached as he tugged the chair out for her. He then removed her coat and took her bag from her, placing it by the side. His low voice concealed his doting smile: âDidnât we agree to meet at 5.30 p.m.? Why are you late? After resting for a period, it seems like Feng Lingâs work efficiency has yet to come back.â
Ji Nuan raised her head to look at the manâs attractive jawline: âEarlier, I went with Feng Ling to shop at a department store. There were several attractive pieces, so it took a while to try them on.â
âThe new clothes are in the car?â
âI didnât buy them. After trying them on, I felt that they didnât appear much different from what I usually wear, so I didnât buy anything.â Ji Nuan sat down comfortably and received the menu from the waiter. While looking at it, she said, âYouâve been in T City for so many days, most of the time, youâve been cooking personally at home. Itâs fine if we eat out occasionally, but I still prefer the food you make.â
After ordering, she picked up a glass of a warm beverage for a sip. When the man sat down, he said with his clear and composed voice, âSomeone is following you.â
âHow did you realize it?â Ji Nuan did not turn back for a look. From the moment she left T University, she had already sensed it. She easily guessed who it was and decided not to pay much attention to the person. After casually shopping with Feng Ling and driving here, the person was actually still following her.
âSuch a common way of following someone. Her car is parked right behind Feng Lingâs. Who is it?â Mo Jingshen calmly asked.
Ji Nuan placed her cup down and smiled lightly: âIt should be Ling Feifei. She suspects that Iâve seduced you, a married man. She most likely wants to take some pictures for evidence to threaten me. Oh, right, and perhaps sheâll look for you to see if she can gain any benefits.â
Mo Jingshen appeared amused as he watched her impatient expression: âThe difference in the quality of intelligence between the school and the workplace is truly worlds apart. You sure are capable of enduring.â
âWhat else can I do but tolerate. You were right. Being too serious with this sort of childâs play will lower my intelligence.â Ji Nuan watched the manâs smiling eyes and pursed her lips to say, âThere are only two more weeks to go. After enduring T Universityâs school anniversary and one more exam, I can return to Hai City.â â
Mo Jingshen raised his brows: âYou plan on attending the school anniversary?â
âIâve never participated in something like this when I was a student. Since thereâs the opportunity for it now, Iâll attend. Earlier, I was planning to buy the clothes for the anniversary. I donât want to be too high profile, but I donât want to be too casual either. After looking for half a day, I still couldnât find anything suitable.â
The man watched her and smiled lightly: âIâll be returning to Hai City tomorrow night. Iâll accompany you to shop today?â
âItâs all right, thereâs no rush. I can just pick something from my closet.â Ji Nuan saw from the corner of her eyes that Ling Feifeiâs car was still parked outside. The window was lowered to reveal a small gap. Ji Nuan suspected that she was secretly taking photos and did not turn back for a closer look. She picked up her cup and blew at the hot beverage: âHow is it on my Dadâs side?â
After seeing Shen Mu the day before, Ji Hongwen indeed gave Ji Nuan a call. However, he only said a few words of concern before hanging up. Right now, Ji Mengranâs location could not be confirmed. It was strange that there was no news from her, especially if she really had not met with an accident. However, Mo Jingshen had clearly checked that Ji Mengran did not board the flight.
It was unreasonable for someone to simply disappear, especially right when the flight met with an accident.
In this situation, it was unsuitable for Ji Nuan to make too many calls to inquire. After all, even though Ji Nuan was not the instigator for Ji Mengranâs trip abroad, she was still the main reason.
âHe is still waiting for further news. His emotions are much more stable than you imagine. Thereâs no need to worry.â
âMy father is good at suppressing and concealing his emotions. Otherwise, it wouldnât take me so long to doubt my own birth.â
At this moment, the waiter brought a bowl of borscht onto the table. Mo Jingshen scooped the soup into a small bowl and placed it before Ji Nuan, his deep-set eyes turning warm: âThereâs no need to inquire too much into everything. The most important thing is to stabilize your own mentality.â
Ji Nuan watched his handsome face and indicated toward outside: âIf that mentally-ill little lady brings the photos she has taken to threaten you, a married man, or to threaten me, if such a senseless thing were to happen, what do you think I should do?â
Ji Nuan did not wish to affect the mood of their dinner with Ji Hongwenâs issues, so she took the initiative to change the topic.
The man reached out to caress her hair with a low chuckle. âWill you let her regret the past three months of having her nose in the air, or will you take the official status of âMrs. Moâ to slap her in the face?â
Ji Nuan took a sip of her soup and replied composedly, âThat will depend on the degree to which she is asking for death.â